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Nowra Hill, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Nowra Hill is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,091. Elevation: 305 ft (93 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,091 Population 1/sq mi density
305 ft Elevation 93 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$28,324 Median Income
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Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$28,324 median income, 2.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$160,600 home value, $803/mo rent

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About Nowra Hill

Nowra Hill

Nowra Hill is a suburb of Nowra in the City of Shoalhaven in New South Wales, Australia. It lies southwest of Nowra on the western side of the Princes Highway. HMAS Albatross is located on the western edge of the suburb. At the 2021 census, it had a population of 2,141.

People

Population2,091
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,324
Per Capita$28,324
Unemployment2.9%

Housing

B
Home Value$160,600
Rent$803
Ownership88.8%
Housing Units836

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation305 ft (93 m)
Population2,091
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation305 ft (93 m)
Coordinates-34.9285°, 150.5724°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation35.0 inches (888 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,324
Median Age37.0 years

About Nowra Hill

Nowra Hill is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,091. The city sits at an elevation of 305 feet (93 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Nowra Hill has a population of 2,091 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,231.6 square miles. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,091
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below Australia avg
2,231.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Nowra Hill vs Australia Average

The median household income in Nowra Hill is $28,324, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,324 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $545, 62% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 199 business establishments.

Income: Nowra Hill vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$28,324
62% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$28,324
Avg Weekly Wage$545

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)199

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Nowra Hill is $160,600, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $803 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 88.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 836 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,600
43% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$803
31% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.8%
Owner-Occupied88.8%
Renter-Occupied11.2%
Housing Units836

Property Tax

Climate in Nowra Hill

Nowra Hill has an average annual temperature of 17°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.2°C), the coldest is Jul (11.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 992 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.2°C / 72°F 16.7° / 27.8° 73.1
Feb 21.7°C / 71°F 16.8° / 26.6° 162.1
Mar 20.2°C / 68°F 15.1° / 25.2° 110.2
Apr 17.7°C / 64°F 12.5° / 22.9° 57.3
May 14.6°C / 58°F 9.3° / 19.9° 56.7
Jun 12.3°C / 54°F 7.7° / 16.9° 112.7
Jul 11.6°C / 53°F 6.4° / 16.7° 63.3
Aug 12.5°C / 55°F 6.8° / 18.1° 74.1
Sep 14.9°C / 59°F 8.7° / 21.1° 51.1
Oct 17°C / 63°F 10.8° / 23.3° 61.1
Nov 19.2°C / 67°F 13.4° / 25° 81.3
Dec 20.6°C / 69°F 15° / 26.2° 88.8
Nowra Hill enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 326 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 305 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average62.7°F
16% above Australia avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Geography

Elevation305 ft (93 m)
Area2,231.6 sq mi (5,779.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-34.9285°N, 150.5724°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.0"
8% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.20"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Feb 14, 2002 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia M3.9 64 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 83 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 103 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 120 km
Mar 2, 2006 23 km NE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.4 128 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 64 km
Jan 14, 2003 5 km SSW of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 143 km
Apr 21, 2006 20 km NNE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 131 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 109 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 85 km
Jul 2, 1992 4 km NNE of Yass, Australia M3.0 150 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 97 km
Nov 24, 1991 18 km WSW of Crookwell, Australia M2.9 128 km
Mar 24, 2001 6 km SW of Murrumbateman, Australia M2.8 145 km
Aug 18, 2007 11 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M2.6 65 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 4.1 in
February 71°F (21°C) 5.0 in Warmest
March 68°F (20°C) 5.2 in Wettest
April 63°F (17°C) 4.3 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.8 in
June 54°F (12°C) 4.6 in Coldest
July 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in Driest
August 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
October 62°F (16°C) 3.5 in
November 64°F (18°C) 3.8 in
December 68°F (20°C) 3.1 in

Nowra Hill has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 54°F in June to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Nowra Hill

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Nowra Hill Public School
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Radio Stations near Nowra Hill

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
i98FM MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Nowra Hill

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Berry Museum
Bundanon Homestead
Bundanon Museum
Central Wandandian Public School 1911
Fleet Air Arm Museum
Maritime Museum
Meroogal
Nowra Museum
Pioneer Village Museum
Second classroom St George's Basin Public School 1959
Shoalhaven Family History Society

Libraries in Nowra Hill

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Nowra Library0.0
Sanctuary Point Library0.0

Cafes in Nowra Hill

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jets Cafe

Stadiums & Teams in Nowra Hill

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Nowra Hill

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS AlbatrossNOAMedium Airport
Shellharbour AirportWOLMedium Airport
Bowral Private AirfieldSmall Airport
Braidwood AirportSmall Airport
Bullio AirportSmall Airport
Cambewarra AirstripSmall Airport
Jaspers Brush AirfieldSmall Airport
Jervis Bay AirportSmall Airport
Marulan (Tangryang) AirstripSmall Airport
Mittagong AirportSmall Airport
Robertson AirstripSmall Airport
Southern tablelands gliding clubSmall Airport
Tadji Park AirstripSmall Airport
Wedderburn AerodromeSmall Airport
Wilton AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Nowra Hill

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Nowra Naval Post Office

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Sydney

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nowra Hill

What is the population of Nowra Hill?

Nowra Hill has a population of 2,091 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,231.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.0 years.

Is Nowra Hill expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,324, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $160,600 (43% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $803 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Nowra Hill?

Nowra Hill enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches.

How is the job market in Nowra Hill?

The job market in Nowra Hill is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $545. There are 199 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Nowra Hill?

The median home value in Nowra Hill is $160,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $803. The homeownership rate is 88.8%.

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